Is my daughter's father allowed to claim her on his taxes?

No, he may not claim her unless you have a written agreement or court order indicating that he may claim her. If you both claim her, eventually...

What are my chances of getting sole custody of my daughter?

Your chances are good. If you would like a consultation, feel free to contact me.

During my child's visits with her father, is it possible for me to request that his girlfriend is not present during those times

If there is proof of domestic violence, then yes, you most likely can obtain an order that she not be present during visitations.

No, he cannot use tape recordings against you unless he was a party to the conversation. While the fact that he is doing this in his own home may...

Wife never changed her maiden name but continues to use my last name. I want her to stop. Isn't this basically identify theft?

She may continue to use her married name/ your last name before and after a divorce. You cannot force her to change her last name back to her...

What are spouse's rights to lump sum distribution of pension plan assets?

She probably will be entitled to 1/3, and the earnings on that 1/3. However, because you received the monies outright and they no longer reside in...

My wife had been cheating on me for the past two years. I am unemployed and my children are adults.

There is not enough information here to provide an answer to your question. Your obligations to her depend upon a number of factors, including the...

After divorce, will I be sharing my ex-spouse's debts that she incurred on her own BEFORE we got married?

No, that debt will remain her own.

Can I respond to an annulment court paper myself (to buy more time to get ready)?

Go to the New York State Court website and find the divorce forms. Complete and send a Notice of Appearance. You will need to file this form in...

Can a stepparent get custody of a stepchild

She can, but the chances of winning custody of a step-child are slim. Also, if there is a conflict with the attorney for the children due to...